The Wingham Run
The Wingham Run is scheduled for 13 September 2026 at Wingham Recreation Ground, Wingham CT3 1AR, and is organised by Sporting Events UK. The event offers measured road race routes that run through east Kent countryside and several villages.
The available distances:
- 10k
- 5k
The route starts at the Recreation Ground in Wingham and follows quiet country roads. The officially measured course is undulating; it has produced quick times in the past, so personal bests are possible. An Event Village is located next to the start and finish, contributing to the event atmosphere.
Facilities at the venue include toilets, a car park and refreshments. The race is noted for its handmade clay medals from Canterbury Pottery, commonly described as piggy pottery medals. The organiser states the race has sold out for the last ten years.
Entry Fees
10k:
Advanced entries: £24 (affiliated club members), £26 (unaffiliated)
On-the-day (subject to space): £30
5k:
Advanced entries: £16 (affiliated club members), £18 (unaffiliated)
On-the-day (subject to space): £25
Under UK Athletics rules the minimum age is 15 years for the 10k and 13 years for the 5k.
Event Details
The only race in the world with medals handmade by Canterbury Pottery! This ever popular event has reached its 39th year!! This is the only race in the world with clay medals made by Canterbury Pottery!! The piggy pottery medals are a must-have souvenir of the event and a much talked about momento. This race has sold out for the last 10 years, so act fast to guarantee your space!
A particularly scenic route around the beautiful east Kent countryside. Starting out at the Recreation Ground in Wingham the route follows quiet country roads taking in some of the prettiest villages in Kent. This officially measured course is undulating and has in the past produced some quick times, so PBs really are possible!
This event has such a great atmosphere with the Event Village next to the start/finish. It’s one to stay and enjoy and to bring the family along.
Facilities at venue:
Toilets. Car park. Refreshments.
For great tips about nutrition, training and hydration for training and on race day we recommend visiting https://www.verywellfit.com/hydration-and-running-2911541.